Explore the Yellowstone Caldera

About this activity

Your guide is a professional photographer, with Wilderness First Aid and Master Naturalist certifications. In addition to providing any assistance you need with photographing all that you will see, your guide can also tell you about the history, geology, and ecology of the area.

Tours are entirely customizable to your interests. The listed itinerary is only a suggestion. All tours are private tours, for your group only, and can include as much or as little hiking as you'd like. All transportation, lunches, and use of optical equipment (binoculars and spotting scope) is included.

Tours are limited to Yellowstone's normal operating season, from April 17 through October 31. Winter tours are not available.

Itinerary

1. Fountain Paint Pot · 30 min

   See a sampling of all the thermal features found in Yellowstone, including the best mud pot in the park

2. Grand Prismatic Spring · 30 min

   See Grand Prismatic one of two ways. Either stroll along the boardwalk, or hike up to the overlook (about 1 mile with a hill to climb at the end), depending on your group's interests and ability.

3. Old Faithful · 90 min

   We will stop at the Old Faithful geyser basin and see Old Faithful erupt (about every 60-90 minutes). While waiting, or afterwards, we can explore the geyser basin or the visitor center.

4. Kepler Cascades · 5 min

   Short stop to see Kepler Cascades, a series of waterfalls in a narrow canyon.

5. West Thumb Geyser Basin · 30 min

   Stroll along the boardwalk at West Thumb for views of beautiful thermal pools and Yellowstone lake.

6. Fishing Bridge · pass by

   Cross Fishing Bridge and optionally head out towards the east gate to try to see bears (if time and interest allows).

7. Lake Butte Overlook · 5 min

   Stop at the overlook for a spectacular view of the lake, then turn around and head back to Fishing Bridge, where we will turn north again.

8. Lehardy's Rapids · 10 min

   Stop to see rapids on the Yellowstone river. Seasonally, we may be able to see Harlequin ducks.

9. Dragon's Mouth Springs · 10 min

   Stop at Mud Volcano to see - and hear! - Dragon's Mouth, one of the most unique springs in the park.

10. Hayden Valley · pass by

    Drive through the Hayden Valley, where we have a chance to see wildlife such as bears or wolves. We will stop anywhere you like to see views or animals.

11. Upper Falls · 10 min

    Stop at the Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River, viewable from an easily accessible overlook.

12. Lower Yellowstone River Falls · 20 min

    Stop to see the most spectacular waterfall in the park, a short walk from the parking lot, where the yellow stone of the canyon is on display.

Meeting point and pickup

Pickup offered for all travelers.

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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